After World Cup qualifying action we look at whether Portugal would be OK without Ronaldo, Italy's issues and look ahead to the week

Martinez attributes Ronaldo's reaction to provocation from opposition players. Martinez said, "I saw that Cristiano's reaction was a reaction to provocation. And it was a provocation that started at the beginning of the game, every time Cristiano was in the box with their defenders...'

Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message of support to his Portugal team-mates ahead of their meeting with Armenia. The Selecao currently top Group F ahead of the final round of World Cup qualification games but defeat to Ireland on Thursday means they need to win to book their trip stateside next summer.

After thrashing Armenia 9-1 in the absence of superstar forward Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal manager Roberto Martinez asserted that each member of the squad brings 'something different' to the table.

Cristiano Ronaldo is at serious risk of being banned for at least the first game of the 2026 World Cup after receiving a first red card with Portugal.

Portugal vs Armenia is a match between first place and last place in Group F of the UEFA World Cup qualifiers. Portugal is top of the group with 10 points and a record of three wins, one draw, and one loss.